Clairol::: Natural Instincts & Beautiful Collections Reviews

So… after wondering why I wasn’t ‘feeling’ my hair, I looked at some old pics and figured that it was the color. Near the end of 2008 I began using a colored rinse to cover up my relaxed/colored ends. I used Clairol Beautiful Collection in Dark Warm Brown. I never really kept track of how long it lasted, because it’s a rinse and I don’t think doing one every 8-10 weeks is a big deal. I couldn’t find the Beautiful Collection anywhere in this town, and after prowling the hair color section at CVS, I found this. It was the only Semi-Permanent color on the aisle, so that eased me a bit, seeing as though I don’t want to make a commitment to any color right now. Originally I wanted to go with a natural black color, but after looking at the results indicator on the top of the box, I decided against it. Just because I had never used this brand and I don’t want the color to get stuck, and if I do have to be stuck I’d rather it be with a dark brown. This made me go with Rick Darkest Brown. It has an extra step of mixing the color and a developer which I didn’t appreciate, but seeing as though my options were limited it was alright. I followed the instructions and did a braid n’ curl afterwards. My hair was shiny and soft, and today (1 week later), my hair is still very dark. This color boost was just what the doctor ordered seeing as though my natural color is kind of brassy brownish color. It makes me feel a lot better about my hair that’s for sure. I will keep this in mind for when my options are limited and there aren’t any beauty supply stores open, the Natural Instincts is sold at many drugstores that are open 24 hours. Seeing as though the weather is cooling, I think the darker color falls right in place with the season.


Back of the Bottle: Natural Instincts is enriched with a unique blend of antioxidants and vitamins C and E - it's haircolor that improves the healthy look of your hair! Your hair will radiate with rich, natural-looking color and luminescent shine.

o Rich color crème is an ammonia free crème that give you beautiful rich color in just 10 minutes.

o Last through 28 shampoos

o It's perfect for you if you are looking for:

 Rich, healthier color with brilliant shine*.

 Protection against dryness

 No visible roots!

 Natural looking gray coverage ( for up to 50% gray) for color that lasts up to six weeks

 Easy no dry, no-mess application

o Plus 6 weekly treatments of our nourishing Once a Week Color Treat™ conditioner for shiny, soft hair.

o This shade is recommended if your current color is: Dark brown-black

o For best gray coverage, choose shades with neutral tones.

o If you are not sure which shade to choose, start with a lighter shade.

o Shades that are darker than your current color will take longer than 28 shampoos to wash out.

o Enhances color and shine but does not lighten hair.

*versus the leading level 3.

Made in Mexico

Set You Back: $9

Ingredients: Creme Colorant: Water , Cetearyl Alcohol , Ethanolamine , Laureth-3 , Sodium Laureth Sulfate , Glyceryl Stearate SE , Toluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate , Sodium Sulfate , Decyltetradecanol , Sodium Lauryl Sulfate , Beeswax , Resorcinol , Fragrance , Sodium Sulfite , Hydroxyethyl-3 , 4-Methylenedioxyaniline HCL , m-Aminophenol , Ascorbic Acid , Etidronic Acid , Hydrolyzed Keratin , 2-Methylresorcinol , Gentle Activating Creme: Water , Hydrogen Peroxide , Cetearyl Alcohol , Lanolin Alcohol , Sodium Lauryl Sulfate , Fragrance , Salicylic Acid , Phosphoric Acid , Disodium Phosphate , Etidronic Acid , Once A Week Color Treat Color Conditioning Treatment: Water , Amodimethicone , Stearyl Alcohol , Cetyl Alcohol , Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine , Glutamic Acid , Fragrance , Benzyl Alcohol , Panthenyl Ethyl Ether , EDTA , Panthenol , Trimethylsiloxysilicate , Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil (Safflower) , Cocos Nucifera Oil (Coconut) , Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein , Methylchloroisothiazolinone , Methylisothiazolinone , Aloe Barbadensis Leaf

Beautiful Collection Semi-Permanent Haircolor

Back of the Bottle: Clairol Beautiful Collection Gentle Semi-Permanent Haircolor is perfect for relaxed or textured hair. It enhances natural color, blends gray and comes in 15 gorgeous shades.

• Clairol Beautiful Collection Gentle Semi-Permanent Haircolor gives long lasting, deep conditioning results and fade-resistance. Contains Aloe Vera and vitamin E for superior conditioning.

• All tones are excellent for refreshing color treated hair.

• No ammonia formula allows use immediately after relaxers

Set You Back: $6

Ingredients: Water, Ethoxydiglycol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Triethylsilylamodimethicone, PEG-50 Tallow Amide, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Fragrance, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Tocopherol Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Glycerin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Citric Acid, Lauryl Glucoside, Erythorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, HC Blue No.2, HC Red No.3, Disperse Blue 377, Disperse Black 9, HC Yellow No.2, Disperse Violet 1, HC Orange No.1, HC Red No.1, HC Yellow No.4, Yellow 6, Disperse Blue 3.,

Directions: For longer lasting results or enhancing gray, cover with a plastic bag and process Clairol Beautiful Collection Gentle Semi-Permanent Haircolor under a warm dryer for 10 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes then rinse.

Nexxus Emergencée Strengthening Polymeric Reconstructor

I started using this for my protein treatments after I became EXTREMELY frustrated with Mendex Hair Repair Treatment not being available on the ground (larger sizes). After reading tons of reviews I decided to just try the Emergencee. The reviews I read got the best results by not following the instructions to the T and I followed suite. I clarified my hair (I love to do this when I really need a clean slate), so the treatment could fully work. Applied the treatment in sections and sat under a dryer to allow the treatment to get hard. I used to use Aphogee 2 Step so I knew this hardening process very well, and I was comfortable with it. After it dried I deep conditioned with Redken Real Control Intense Renewal Mask for about 30 minutes. The directions also don’t mention anything about a DC but I suggest there not even being a question about it…. YOUHAVE TO USE A MOISTURIZING DC AFTER A PROTEIN TREATMENT! If not your hair will break off something serious. After rinsing the treatment your hair will be crisp. I don’t even bother with real parting to apply the DC because I don’t want to risk any breakage. After this treatment my hair is ready to face the most beastly of heat tools, so I usually do them every 4-6 weeks in the winter when I flatiron a lot, and a lot less in the summer when I rock more texture styles.


Back of the Bottle: unsurpassed in repairing and strengthening hopelessly damaged hair. Emergencée is unmatched in stopping hair breakage. This exceptional formulation contains a renewing blend of Polymers, Elastins, Amino Acids and Collagen, creating an internal framework within the hair shaft to restore integrity. Use once every two weeks to structurally reinforce hair that has been chemically damaged or abused by thermal styling appliances. Each treatment will dramatically improve hair's health, condition and shine.

Set You Back: $20

Ingredients: Water (Aqua, Eau), Collagen Amino Acids, Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Gelatin, Methylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone

Directions: Shampoo with shampoo for hair type. Apply an ample amount of Emergencee to completely cover the hair. Work through. Leave on for 1-2 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. Shampoo with Therappe Luxury Moisturizing Shampoo and follow with Humectress Ultimate Moisturizing Conditioner to maintain moisture balance. Proceed with styling. Emergencee is an excellent pre-treatment for delicate hair prior to chemical services.

Sally Hansen Continuous Treatment STRENGTH Formula REVIEW

Lately I've been lusting after longer nails. It could very well be just a phase I'm going through but for whatever reason I am growing them out. My nails grow pretty quick, and they arent weak my any means, but I always get chips, cracks, and tears, so I went to walgreens yesterday and bought a nail strengthner after reading this article.

The most important info I got from this article was either using a nylon or protien strengthener. If your nails and hands are not suffering from dryness, use the protien because it will lock in the moisture you already have in there. If you need moisture, buy a great cuticle pen and hand moisturizer.
I use one by beautiControl, which works great, but when it runs out I plan to switch to the Sally Hansen brand, because its more readily available to me.

Back of the Bottle: The Power of Continuous Treatment takes nails to an infinitely healthier and more beautiful-looking place


Exclusive Pearl Protein Formula creates a powerful, support shield that fortifies nails for 10 continuous days to stop severe, problem nails from breaking.

Patented Vita-Release Technology™ Formula with encapsulated micro-tubes and Exclusive Pearl Protein Formula continuously releases a nourishing vitamin complex.

Patented Time-Release Technology continuously strengthens and treats nails.

Special Ingredients:
Patented Vita-Release Technology Formula with encapsulated micro-tubes and Exclusive Pearl Protein Formula continuously releases a nourishing vitamin complex.

Set you Back: $9

Ingredients: ETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/ NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, MEK, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, TRIPHENYL PHOSPHATE, AQUA/WATER/EAU, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, ETOCRYLENE, HALLOYSITE NATURAL TUBULES, TRIMETHYLPENTANEDIYL DIBENZOATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, HYDROLYZED CONCHIOLIN PROTEIN, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYVINYL BUTYRAL.


Directions: Apply 1-2 coats to bare nails alone or as a base coat; let dry. Re-apply as needed. If desired, apply Sally Hansen nail color over treatment.

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave-In Conditioner

I saw a blogger that uses this for her wash and gos (which look amazing, I think its SpicedHoney), and I went out and bought it. I was trying to perfect my wash and go since I am completely natural. After a tremendous fail, I put this product aside and never thought about it again. One night I decided to try it for a braid out and I was fully surprised by the results. This is now my go to for defined braidouts. LOVE IT!!!


Back of the Bottle: Get the strength to fight frizz with Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine. It's specially created to smooth dry, unmanageable hair and contains Nutritive Fruit Micro-Oils - an innovative combination of apricot and avocado oils, and vitamins B3 and B6.



Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave-In Conditioning Cream improves manageability, adds moisture and controls frizz. Leave it in to lock in vital moisture from root to tip.

Set You Back: $3

Ingredients: Water, cetearyl alchol, amodimethicone, cetyl esters, behentrimonium chloride, fragrance, methylparaben, avocado oil, trdeceth 12, citric acid, apricot kernel oil, cetrimonium chloride, chlorhexamine dihydrochloride, linalool, butylphenyl methyl proprional, citronellol

Directions: Apply a quarter-sized portion to damp or dry hair. Use fingers or a comb to distribute throughout hair. Do not rinse. Perfect for everyday use. For best results use the Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine System.

Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray

I noticed in my products video I didnt include my heat protectant. This is what I use. Its not sticky and  it smells great. I usually LIGHTLY MIST my hair before flatroning.


Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Amodimethicone, PEG 12 Dimethicone, PVP, Propylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Biotin, Panthenol, Ascorbic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth 12, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Benzophenone 4, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, DMDM Hydantoin, Alpha IsoMethyl Ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3 Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)


Set you back: $ 3-4


Back of the bottle: 1 Spray liberally 6-8 inches away from mid-shaft to ends. Its trigger spray offers easy misting.

Thier claims: There's one rule when you expose your hair to heat — the hair must be protected. This product guards against heat and friction to keep your hair shiny and incredibly soft. It's a fantastic tool for instantly transforming all hair textures, enhancing strands' flexibility to reform and hold shape.
2 Use both on damp hair before you blow-dry and on dry hair before curling or flat ironing to shield hair from damaging heat.
3 Prepare your hair with Thermal Recovery Shampoo & Conditioner

I NEED PROTIEN

So I realized that as of late my hair just has not been feeling the way it normally does, Ive also been getting alot more breakage than usual. My fave protein treatment is not available in the stores near my house, and I always forget to get it when I go to Sallys so I've been without it for awhile. After scouring the net last night, I decided to go with Nexxus Emergencee.

• Washed with Redken Real Control Shampoo
• Rinsed
• Applied Nexxus Emergencee
• Sat under soft bonnet dryer until it dried
• Rinsed
• Applied Redken Real Control Intense Renewal Mask
• Steamed for 30 minutes under soft bonnet dryer

After rinsing the Emergencee from my hair, I could immediately feel a difference! The product doesn't get rock hard like Aphogee, it isn't runny and smelly either. Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase and I will add this to my staple products.

PLEASE REMEMBER!
• Hair is 98% Keratin (protein) and 2% water

•Chemical services and heat usage breaks down, and damages your hair, so it needs to be replaced in order to keep your hair strong enough to withstand day to day damage.

• You better have a damned good MOISTURIZING Deep Conditioner to balance your hair back out. If this isn't done, you'll have hard hair that snaps off VERY easily. Not a pretty sight.

• If your hair is already snapping off very easily go for a MOISTURE DEEP CONDITIONER first. Your breakage may very well be from moisture deficiency.

•When starting to take better care of your hair, pay attention to what your hair really needs at the time. You aren't going to need an intense protein every time, you may only need a mild protein, or even moisture. Start on the mild side and assess your needs from
there

•Protein overload can be a nightmare to correct (or so I've read), so it's best to find out just how much protein your hair can handle for jumping straight into uncertain waters.

RELAXED LADIES:

Protein is especially important for you hotties! You should use a protein TREATMENT 1 week before your relaxer. This will help you experience less breakage at relaxer time.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:
INTENSE:
• Roux Mendex Hair Repair Treatment
• Aphogee 2 Step Treatment for Damaged Hair
• Eggs

MILD:
• Mane and Tail Conditioner

LEAVE IN:
• Infuisum 23

MANE N TAIL ORIGINAL CONDITIONER

AS IVE RECENTLY DISCOVERED MY HAIR LOVES PROTEIN! SO I WENT VERY OL'SKOOL AND I'VE BEEN USING THIS CONDITIONER FOR THE PAST FEW DAYS AS A CO-WASHER, AND I REALLY LIKE IT. I EVEN DID A STEAM TREATMENT WITH IT THIS WEEKEND WITH NICE RESULTS. THIS PROTEIN IS VERY LIGHT IN MY OPINION BUT IT STILL GIVES YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED. SOME PEOPLE GIVE THIS CONDITIONER CREDIT FOR MAKING THEIR HAIR GROW, I BELIEVE IT PROVIDES STRENGTH WHICH IN TURN HELPS WITH RETENTION (ON YOUR HEAD AND OFF THE FLOOR!). ITS A KEEPER FOR SURE!

BACK OF THE BOTTLE:
An exclusive original, highly concentrated formula with a unique action that helps to maintain and achieve a longer, healthier-looking mane and tail. The Original Mane 'n Tail® Conditioner can be used as a leave-in or rinse-out based on hair type and desired look. Results can be seen after one application.
Works 5 ways
Conditions and fortifies hair and skin for a renewed, lustrous, healthy look.
Helps prevent hair breakage and split ends.
Natural oils nourish and condition scalp to protect against unsightly flaking and scaling.
Essential moisturizing corrects the drying effect caused by sun, wind and use of bleach and peroxide lighteners.
Keeps hair tangle free, soft and manageable for grooming and braiding.

MANE N TAIL RECIEVED A 6 HAZARD SCORE ON COSMETICDATABASE.COM CHECK IT OUT

INGREDIENTS:
Water , Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate , Distearyldimonium Chloride , Stearyl Alcohol , Emulsifying Wax NF , Cetyl Alcohol , Coconut Oil , Glycerin , Sodium Chloride , Vegetable Oil , Fragrance , Hydrolyzed Protein , Lanolin , Phenoxyethanol , Methylparaben , Propylparaben , FD&C Yellow #5

DIRECTIONS:
For human use: Begin with The Original Mane 'n Tail® Shampoo. Rinse thoroughly.Leave-in application: Apply Mane 'n Tail® Conditioner to towel dried hair. Use just enough to give the desired look. Reapply as condition of hair indicates.Rinse-out application: Massage Mane 'n Tail® Conditioner into scalp and hair. The amount used will vary depending on the volume and length of hair. Let conditioner remain on hair for 1-2 minutes. Rinse out, dry and style as usual.

ROUX MENDEX HAIR REPAIR TREATMENT

SO IVE BEEN HAVING SOME PROBLEMS WITH BREAKAGE AND DECIDED I NEEDED A PROTIEN TREATMENT... ON A SCALE OF 1 -10 I GIVE IT A 9 BECAUSE OF THE PARABENS... I USED IT ON DRY HAIR FOR 10 MINUTES WITH A PLASTIC CAP AND HEAT. I RINSED, APPLIED CONDITIONING BALM, DETANGLED, DC'D WITH PLASTIC CAP AND HEAT FOR 20 MINUTES, RINSED, ACV RINSE, ROLLERSET WITH COCONUT OIL & MOISTURE SPRITZ, DRYER... BEAUTIFUL ROLLERSET, STRONGER HAIR... THINKING BACK I REMEMBER READING SISTASLICKS ARTICLES ON POROSITY AND SHE SUGGEST PROTIEN TREATMENTS, CLEAR RINSES, OR ACIDIC RINSES, TO HELP THE CUTICLE LAY FLAT AND BETTER RECEIVE THE MOISTURE GIVEN TO IT...

WANT TO KNOW IF YOUR HAIR IS POROUS? CLICK HERE

BACK OF THE BOTTLE:
Helps mend split ends and signs of damage
Helps prevent hair from breaking
Adds new vibrancy and shine to dry, brittle hair
Rehydrates to give damaged hair new vitality
Self-adjusting formula never over-softens

Mendex is specially formulated to help repair damaged hair. A targeted hair repair treatment that helps mend damage as it adds protective moisture and helps prevent further injury to hair. Mendex gives beautiful shine, adding new vitality to dry, brittle hair.

DIRECTIONS: Shampoo, then towel dry. Work mendex through the hair, leave on for one minute then rinse well. On extremely damaged hair, cover with a plastic cap, place under medium heat for 10 minutes, then rinse well.

PRICE: 1.6 OZ 99 CENTS (THEY HAVE LARGER SIZES)

INGREDIENTS: WATER, GLYCOL STEARATE, PEG-4 DISTEARATE, LANOLIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, TEA-COCOYLHYDROLYZED COLLOGEN, STEARAMIDOPINOPYL, DIMETHYL- AMINE, PEG/PPG-18-18 DIMETHICONE, LACTID ACID, FRAGRANCE, BENZYL SALOCYLATE, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, METHYLCHLORISOTHIAZOLIONE, METHYLSOTHIAZOLIONE

SALLYS RUN

SO I WENT TO SALLYS AGAIN AND GOT SOME STUFF I REALLY NEEDED:

HAIR CLAMPS FOR SECTIONING
CHOPSTICKS FOR BAGGY BUN
PLASTIC PROCESSING CAPS FOR DC'ING
2 COLOR APPLICATOR BOTTLES FOR OILS
PERM RODS FOR TWISTOUTS

GVP Hair Reconstructor: Compare to Joico K-Pak

SO I WENT OUT AND GOT THE GVP Hair Reconstructor ITS CONSIDERED TO BE A MILD PROTIEN AND I REALLY LIKE IT.. ITS THICK AND THE SMELL IS WONDERFUL!!! I USED IT AS DIRECTED AND IM GLAD I DID.. OR ELSE... PROTIEN OVERLOAD!!! IT HAPPENED QUICK TOO!!! LISTEN TO YOUR HAIR WHEN USING THIS ONE LADIES.... SO AFTER RINSING I LET THE CONDITIONING BALM SIT WHILE I BATHED, WHEN I RINSED MY HAIR WAS NORMAL AGAIN, BUT IM GLAD I GOT MY MUCH NEEDED DOSE OF PROTIEN! I LOVE USING PRODUCTS THAT YOU CAN TELL A DIFFERENCE IN IT IMMEDIATLY! NO GUESSWORK... AFTERWORDS I DID A TWIST OUT... LOVES IT!!

INGREDIENTS: Water (Aqua) Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Glycol Stearate Ceteth-2 Mineral Oil PEG-8 Distearate Hydrolyzed Human Hair Keratin (Triamine Complex), Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Human Hair Keratin (Cationic Triamine Complex), Sodium Chloride, Myristyl Myristate, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Sorbic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Methylparaben, Propylparaben

BACK OF THE BOTTLE: GVP Hair Reconstructor brings dry, damaged, brittle hair back from the dead with renewed body and shine! Compare to Joico K-Pak and save!

PRICE: $5 DURING SALLY'S 2 FOR 10 SALE

SALLYS RUN

SO THE NEW YEAR CAME IN SMOOTHLY... HAPPY NEW YEARS LADIES!!! WELL I WENT TO SALLYS AND GOT SOME PLASTIC CLIPS, A TWISTIE TURBAN FOR STEAM TREATMENTS (GOTTA GET ONE MORE) AND THE EVER SO POPULAR CONDITIONING BALM THAT IVE HEARD SO MANY RAVED REVIEWS ON... I LOVE THEM ALL ESPECIALLY THIS CONDITIONER!!! NEW STAPLE!!! ITS REALLY THICK AND WONDERFUL!!


GVP Conditioning Balm: Compare to Matrix Biolage Conditioning Balm
By: Generic Value Products
Online Price: $5.99
Sale Price: $5.00

Compare to: Matrix Biolage Conditioning Balm
Deeply moisturizes over-dry, damaged hair
Replenishing over-stressed hair
Provides shine, silkiness and softness Infused with botanical moisturizers to hydrate and restore dry, damaged hair.

INGREDIENTS: Water (Aqua), Propylene Glycol, Myristyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Decyl Oleate, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Hexyl Cinnamal, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hydrastis Canadensis (Golden Seal) Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus (Bladderwack) Extract, Methyl-2-Octynoate

Spectrum Natural Organic Coconut Oil

i cannot get enough of this stuff!!! loves it! it has a low solidifying temp, and because i dont want the oil hardening on my hair in these below freezing temps, i only use it at night now to seal in my moisture, where its nice and warm... oh yeah i prefer this over EVOO anyday!

AUBREY ORGANICS WHITE CAMELLIA ULTRA SMOOTHING CONDITIONER

SO I WENT OUT AND BOUGHT THIS CONDITIONER LAST SATURDAY.. IT DID MOISTURIZE AS FAR AS A DC GOES. MY HAIR BUT HTE SLIP IS ABOUT A 7 OUT OF 10.. I THINK I'LL KEEP IT AND JUST USE THE AUSSIE TO DETANGLE SINCE THE AOWC IS KINDA EXPENSIVE! I USED IT AS THE DIRECTIONS SUGGESTED THIS TIME I'LL TRY IT ON CLEAN DAMP HAIR...

Description: Conditions, Detangles & Defrizzes for Sleek Lengths & Defined Curls, Dry, Coarse, Unruly Hair
100% Natural Ingredients
No Parabens or Petrochemicals
Vegan
No Animal Testing
Biodegradable
Extremely emollient anti-frizz formula.Tame unruly hair and replenish much needed moisture with this intensive, ultra-smoothing conditioner. Vitamin-rich formula nourishes as it protects against heat damage and breakage, restoring manageability for the look you want—whether it's silky, shiny lengths or soft, controlled curls.
Suggested Use: Shake well before using. After shampooing, apply to damp hair and work through, concentrating on the ends. Leave on for 1 or 2 minutes, then rinse.

For deep conditioning: Apply to dry hair and distribute from scalp to ends. Leave on for 15 minutes, then shampoo and condition hair as usual.

Ingredients:

Coconut Fatty Acid Cream Base, Organic Aloe Vera, White Camellia Oil, Wheat Germ Oil; Extracts of Fennel, Hops, Balm Mint, Mistletoe, Camomile and Yarrow; Organic Germanium Oil, Organic Rosemary Oil, Organic Sage Oil, Carrot Oil, Aubrey's Preservative (Citrus Seed Extract, Vitamins A, C, and E).

UPDATE: MY BOYFRIEND LOVES THE WAY THIS CONDITIONER SMELLS. THE SMELL IS WIERD, BUT NOT BAD.. I USED IT FOR A SECOND TIME LAST NIGHT 12/4 AND DID A ROLLERSET AND STRAIGHTENED... IT CAME OUT PERFECTLY SMOOTH, SO IT DOES DELIVER IN THAT ASPECT. I ALSO LEFT IT IN MY HAIR THIS TIME FOR AN HOUR WITHOUT HEAT, AND MIXED WITH A LITTLE AUSSIE. IT SLIPPED WONDERFULLY UPON RINSING OUT... I REALLY LIKED IT, AND I WILL REPURCHASE... TIS ALL

PURPLE MAGNETIC ROLLERS

THESE ARE THE ROLLERS I USE FOR MY ROLLERSETS, NOW THAT IVE STARTED BACK DOING THIS ONCE PER WEEK.. IT GIVES ME STRETCHED OUT HAIR WITH OUT HAVING TO FLAT IRON.. I LOVE IT... IF IM JUST ROLLERSETTING I USE MORE AUSSIE FOR MY ROLLERSETS.. IF I PLAN TO FLATIRON AFTER, I JUST USE A LITTLE BIT THATS BEEN DILUTED AND USE MY ROSEMARY AND ALOE VERA JUICE TO REWET EACH SECTION... TIS ALL

THE BODY SHOP: BRAZIL NUT MOISTURE MASK

SO I USED THIS AS A DC ON SATURDAY AND I REALLY LIKED THE RESULTS OUT OF 10 THE SLIPPAGE FACTOR WAS 8.5... AND IT SMELLS WONDERFUL.. I GOT A SAMPLE OF THIS FROM THE BODY SHOP IN THE MALL, BUT YOU CAN PURCHASE ONLINE AS WELL... THE JAR COSTS $14

BACK OF THE JAR:Best if you want to: Restore and strengthen your tresses with a rich, moisturizing pre-wash mask that deeply penetrates dry, fragile hair to leave it soft and glossy.
Best for: dry, damaged or chemically-treated hair

How it works: Community Trade Brazil nut oil, Community Trade organic olive oil and Community Trade sesame seed oil moisturize, condition and soften hair.
Community Trade organic honey moisturizes and conditions hair, aids combing and adds shine.
Wheat and Brazil nut amino acids penetrate the hair shaft to add moisture, softness and manageability, and prevent breakage and split ends.

Recommended use: For intense moisturization, apply before shampooing. Wet hair, scoop out a small amount of the treatment, rub your hands together and distribute evenly through damp hair. Wrap hair in a towel and leave for up to 15 minutes, or even overnight if desired. Rinse off, then shampoo and condition as normal.



Water (Solvent/Diluent), Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil (Emollient), Cetearyl Alcohol (Emulsifier), Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil) Nut Oil (Emollient), Stearic Acid (Emulsifier), Lanolin (Emollient), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (Emollient), Ceteareth-20 (Emulsifier), Amodimethicone (Hair Conditioning Agent), Fragrance (Fragrance), Glycerin (Humectant), Honey (Natural Additive), Propylene Glycol (Humectant), Steartrimonium Methosulfate (Antistatic Agent), Benzyl Alcohol (Preservative), Methylparaben (Preservative), Isopropyl Alcohol (Solvent), Aminomethyl Propanol (pH Adjuster), Propylparaben (Preservative), Wheat Amino Acids (Hair Conditioning Agent), Sodium Chloride (Viscosity Modifier), Cetrimonium Chloride (Hair Conditioner), Trideceth-12 (Surfactant), Disodium EDTA (Chelating Agent), Tocopherol (Antioxidant), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative).

SHEA BUTTER

I BOUGHT SOME SHEA BUTTER A WHILE BACK AND WELL... IT WAS SOOOO THICK THAT I COULDNT IMAGINE USING IT ON MY HAIR, SO I HAD BEEN USING IT ON MY BODY. WELL THIS WEEKEND I DECIDED TO RUB THE BUTTER IN BETWEEN MY PALMS UNTIL IT MELTED AND THEN PUT IT ON MY HAIR AND BRAIDED IT BEFORE BED.. THIS MORNING TO MY SURPRISE MY HAIR WAS WONDERFULLY MOISTURISED.. IT DIDNT NEED TO MOISTURIZE THIS MORNING BUT I DID ANYWAY.. ITS WONDERFUL... AFTER A LITTLE RESEARCH I BELIEVE I HAVE HIGHLY REFINED SHEA BUTTER BECAUSE OF THE COLOR.. AFTER THIS RUNS OUT I'LL BE SURE TO GET SOME UNREFINED OR RAW

A LITTLE INFO:

Pure Shea Butter can be found in three types of extractions. Also, recently, Shea Butter has begun to be graded.
Raw or unrefined- extracted using water. The color ranges from like cream (similar to whipped butter) to grayish yellow. This is the original form of Shea Butter.
Refined- is more highly processed. Has many of its natural components still intact.
Highly refined or processed- solvents are used to increase the yield (hexane is an example). The color is pure white. Shea Butter that is extracted using chemicals that is pure white, has no smell and has lost a lot of its healing properties in the process.

Shea Butter provides moisture to dry or damaged hair from the roots to the very tips, repairing and protecting against weather damage, dryness and brittleness. It also absorbs quickly and completely into the scalp to rehydrate without clogging pores. It is particularly beneficial for processed and heat-treated hair. It is an excellent treatment for dry scalp. It restores luster to damaged hair.

Aloe Vera Juice

SORRY IVE BEEN AWAY SOO LONG IM ENROLLED INTO 18 HOURS OF CLASSES THIS SEMESTER.. THIS IS MY NEW FOUND LOVE AND MY HAIR LOVES IT!! WHAT IVE BEEN DOING WITH IT IS, FILLING HALF AN 8OZ SPRAY BOTTLE AND FILLINF THE REST WITH ROSEMARY TEA.. I USE IT AS A MOISTURE SPRITZ AND SEAL WITH COCONUT OIL... ITS BEEN WONDERFUL

CLAIMS:
Undisputedly, the consumption of Aloe Vera juice is increasing. Helps encourage muscle and joint functions and maintains oral care.

Features:
Contains No Sugars or Starches
Made with Organically Grown Aloe Vera

SET YOU BACK: ABOUT $8 FOR A GALLON AT WAL-MART

COCONUT OIL

SO I FINALLY GOT MY HANDS ON SOME COCONUT OIL.. AFTER HEARING SO MANY RAVED REVIEWS OF IT BEING AN OIL THAT COULD REALLY PENETRATE DEEP INTO THE HAIR SHAFT (ALONG WITH OLIVE AND AVOCADO). I GOT IT FROM THIS LITTLE INTERNATIONAL GROCERY STORE.. ITS GOOD.. IVE PRE-POO WITH IT AND I SEAL MY ENDS WITH IT AFTER MOISTURISING.. GO GET SOME... AND MAKE SURE ITS EXTRA VIRGIN OR UNREFINED....

UPDATE: 8/5/08
AS OF LATE MY SHEDDING INCREASED QUITE A BIT, SO I STARTED TRYING TO FIND WAYS TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM, SEEING AS THOUGH SHEDDING IS NORMAL AND I WASNT LOOSING MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF HAIR I FELT NO NEED TO RUN OUT AND TRY EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN, SO AFTER USING THIHS COCNUT OIL FOR THE PAST FEW DAYS IVE NOTICED THAT MY SHEDDING HAS SLOWED DOWN ALOT, AND I HAD A FEELING IT WAS THE COCONUT OIL BUT WASNT SURE THEN I STUMBLED ACROSS THIS....

"Individuals with thinning hair can also benefit from rosemary or coconut oil. Coconut oil helps slow down the hair shedding process and rosemary stimulates hair follicles to produce new hair growth while inhibiting the natural shedding process. "

ORGANIC ROOTS STIMULATOR OLIVE OIL REPLENISHING CONDITIONER

I USE THE CONDITIONER FOR DC'S WHEN I NEED A LITTLE PROTIEN ITS VERY LIGHT... MELTS TANGLES AND MAKES MY CURLS POP...

BACK OF THE BOTTLE:
Deep Penetrating Conditioner.
Helps restore, moisturize, & rebuild damaged hair.

After shampooing with olive oil creamy aloe shampoo, apply a generous amount to hair and comb through for thorough distribution.
Place a plastic cap over the hair and sit under a warm dryer for 10-15 minutes or let remain on the hair for 45 minutes to 1 hour with plastic cap without heat.
Rinse thoroughly and towel dry.
Use either the olive oil wrap/set styling mousse, which is great for wrapping or roller setting; or use the olive oil incredibly rich oil moisturizing hair lotion for blow drying.

WHATS IN IT: Water Aqua , Soybean Oil Glycine Soja , Glycerine , Olive Oil Olea Europaea , Hydrolyzed Collagen , Quaternium-80 , DMDM Hydantoin , Amino Silk Acid , Dimethicone Copolyol , Orange Oil Citrus Aupantium Dulcis , D'Limonene , Panthenol Vitamin B5 , Dimethicone , EDTA , Chamomile Extract Anthemis Nobilis , Sage Extract Salvia Officinalis , Nettle Extract Urtica Dioica , Rosemary Extract Rosmarinus Officinalis , Aloe Vera Gel Aloe Barbedensis , Yarrow Extract Achilea Millefolium , Kiwi Extract Actinidia Chinensis , Polyquaternium-37 , Trideceth-7 , Triethanolamine , Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans , Methylchlorosothiazolinone , Methylchlorothiazolinone , Yellow No. 6 CI 15985 , Yellow No. 5 CI 19140

SET YOU BACK: $12 FOR THE 24 OZ BOTTLE
$1.30 FOR THE 1.75OZ PACKET

AUSSIE MOIST CONDITIONER

I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THIS CONDITIONER.. I USE IT FOR EVERYTHING.. CO-WASHING. DC'ING, LEAVE-IN... EVERYTHING

BACK OF THE BOTTLE: Conditioning agents hydrate thirsty, dry locks and rinse away clean, leaving hair manageable. Accented with Australian Aloe it gives thirsty, dry hair a long and quenching drink for silky hair. So your hair walks into a bar and says "I'm parched! Pleeeease give my hair a drink to quench its thirst!" "Right away" says the tender as he slides the Moist Conditioner accented with Aloe and Jojoba Oil. It's not funny, but it works.
Aussie, Add some Roo to your do!

WHATS IN IT: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glutamic Acid, Fragrance, BIS Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Benzyl Alcohol, EDTA, Ecklonia Radiata Extract (Australian Sea Kelp), Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (Jojoba), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Extract, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone

SET YOU BACK: $3-5 DEPENDING WHERE YOU SHOP